iPhone 16, front
Apple · Launched September 2024

iPhone 16

Consider3.4 / 5Why?
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₹69,900 *Buy on Flipkart
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₹76,999 *Buy on Amazon
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Teal · 512 GB₹99,900Not sold
Pink · 512 GB₹99,900Not sold
Black · 512 GB₹99,900Not sold
White · 512 GB₹99,900Not sold
Ultramarine · 512 GB₹99,900Not sold
Ultramarine · 256 GB₹79,900Not sold
Standard₹69,900Not sold
Black · 128 GB₹69,900Not sold
Pink · 128 GB₹69,900Not sold
Ultramarine · 128 GB₹69,900₹76,999
Teal · 256 GB₹79,900Not sold
Teal · 128 GB₹69,900Not sold
StandardNot sold₹76,999
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The ZuPick verdict

3.4out of 5
ConsiderBest at performance, weakest at camera.

The iPhone 16 gets the basics right with strong performance, a premium compact design and dependable cameras, but it gives up too much in display smoothness, charging speed and zoom reach to stand out strongly at this price.

Based on specs, expert reviews and owner discussions.
Performance4.2
It scores about 1.76 million on AnTuTu, which means fast everyday use and plenty of headroom for heavy apps and gaming. Five years of OS updates and NVMe storage strengthen the long-term experience.
Camera2.6
The 48 MP main camera, 12 MP ultrawide and 4K 60 fps video make it dependable for everyday photos and strong for video. The missing telephoto camera is the main reason it trails many rivals in this class.
Display3.0
The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display looks sharp at 1179x2556 and peak brightness of 2000 nits helps outdoors, but the 60 Hz refresh rate is a real drawback when most phones at this price are smoother.
Battery2.9
Battery life should be respectable for a compact flagship, and wireless charging adds convenience. The weak point is 20W wired charging, which is slow by premium-phone standards.
Value4.1
At ₹69900, it sits near the lower end of flagship pricing, which helps a lot. The trade-off is that some rivals offer smoother displays, faster charging or better zoom hardware for similar money.

Price history

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₹86,900₹78,400₹69,900
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₹69,900
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Pros & cons

What’s good
Strong everyday performance

It scores about 1.76 million on AnTuTu, which is comfortably fast for demanding apps, camera processing and long gaming sessions. NVMe storage also helps installs, file transfers and app launches feel quick.

Compact premium build

The 6.1-inch size and 170 g weight make it easier to use one-handed than most flagships. You still get IP68 water resistance and a polished, premium feel.

Reliable main cameras

The 48 MP main camera and 12 MP ultrawide cover the basics well, and 4K 60 fps video is a real strength for day-to-day shooting. Optical stabilisation helps keep photos and video steadier in lower light.

Wireless charging included

Wireless charging is still expected at this price, and this phone delivers it. That makes desk and bedside top-ups more convenient than wired-only rivals.

Good long-term support

Five years of OS updates is a solid commitment for a premium phone. It gives buyers more confidence if they plan to keep the phone for several years.

What’s not
No telephoto camera

That is the clearest compromise here. At this price, many rivals offer dedicated zoom cameras, so distant subjects will not be handled as well as phones with 3x or 5x optical zoom.

60 Hz display only

The screen is sharp and bright, but 60 Hz feels behind the curve in this class. Scrolling and animations are simply less fluid than the 120 Hz panels most premium rivals now offer.

Slow wired charging

20W charging is modest for a phone at ₹69900. It is fine for overnight charging, but buyers who want quick top-ups will find faster options elsewhere.

What owners say

From Reddit
r/GadgetsIndiau/Dramatic-Fig2780 · 13 mo ago

I have 16, always used low end phones toh 60hz ka itna pta nhi chlta but if you use it side by side with other flagship toh clearly noticeable. Camera is ek number probably one of the best around 50k. Battery is really good too i get 8 hours on normal use.

r/GadgetsIndiau/rohan773412 · 13 mo ago

Even in 45k I phone 16 is not worth.... Just a logo dominant product

r/iPhone16an owner · 12 mo ago

When it comes to screen, as someone who owns 120+Hz screen everywhere, I thought 16's 60Hz would be a dealbreaker and while I definitely notice lower refresh rate compared to my S25, S23 Ultra or MBP, it was not a dealbreaker at all,

r/iPhone16an owner · 2y ago

I updated from the iPhone XR to the base 16 and so far it’s great, I’m not so sure about the battery though, I feel like it could last me longer for the use I give it? Mainly scrolling on instagram and texting, Spotify here and there.

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